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Scammers are using fake caller ID information to trick you into thinking they’re from the FTC — the government agency where people are urged to report scam phone calls.

The bad guys can fake the FTC’s phone number through a common practice called caller ID spoofing.

FTC warns of fake caller ID scam

Here’s what’s going on: People are receiving calls that appear to be from the FTC’s Consumer Response Center’s phone number, which is 877-382-4357, but it’s really a scammer on the other end of the line.

The criminals may ask for information like your Social Security number or bank account number.

According to an FTC news release, if you’ve submitted a report or request to the FTC, you might receive a call, but it will never come from 877-382-4357.

In addition, the federal agency won’t ask for any sensitive information like your SSN.